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Ford Explorer vs. BMW 1-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Ford Explorer vs. BMW 1-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $40,575 BMW 1-Series 128i | |||
| Difference: $175 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $37,495 BMW 1-Series 128i | |||
| Difference: $314 | |||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | Limited | 128i | 135i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $37,535 | $31,200 | $39,300 |
| Base Invoice | $34,952 | $28,885 | $36,335 |
| Navigation system | 795 | 2,150 | 2,150 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | ||
| BMW Assist | 650 | 650 | |
| Premium Package | 3,400 | 1,750 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 380 | 380 | |
| Proximity key | 500 | 500 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | |
| Navigation system | 676 | 1,955 | 1,955 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | ||
| BMW Assist | 590 | 590 | |
| Premium Package | 3,095 | 1,595 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 345 | 345 | |
| Proximity key | 455 | 455 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | |
| Options (change) | 2,390 | 8,480 | 6,830 |
| Options (change) | 2,032 | 7,715 | 6,215 |
| Destination | 825 | 895 | 895 |
| Total Price | $40,750 | $40,575 | $47,025 |
| Total Invoice | $37,809 | $37,495 | $43,445 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW 1-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,825 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,397 | |||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | Limited | 128i | 135i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 230hp I6 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | T6 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 180, 8 | 180, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 205/50-17 | 215/40-18 |
| Total Price | $40,750 | $40,575 | $47,025 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,000 | 0 | -850 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,750 | $40,575 | $46,175 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $5,600 |
| Total Invoice | $37,809 | $37,495 | $43,445 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,711 | 0 | -785 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $34,098 | $37,495 | $42,660 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $5,165 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW 1-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | Limited | 128i | 135i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Curve control | $50 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $7,570 | $3,570 | $4,420 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,000 | $0 | $850 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,711 | 0 | -785 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW 1-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | 1-Series |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 104.7 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 172.2 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 68.8 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 56.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,579 lb. | 3,209 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 14.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 37.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 32.0 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 40.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 33.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 128i
| BMW Assist | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 125 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 67% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3130 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 21% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 135i
| BMW Assist | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 125 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 67% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1430 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 9% |
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